Folded Star Pot Holder or Trivet | How to Make One

This video will show you how to make a Folded Star Pot Holder or Trivet. This is a great project that is easy and fun to do. You only need a few basic supplies, and I will give you some tips on how to make it look really professional.
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[@helensmith7177]

I had a wonder aunt who was a fantastic seamstress, crocheted, knitter, there wasn’t anything stray lady cousin not make. My freshman year of high school she made my entire wardrobe, because my parents didn’t have a lot of money and she and her husband never had any children. I am lucky at 68 to still have one of these beautiful potholders she made exactly like these, except she made round ones. I treasure that potholder.

[@7459serenity]

Considering that you are giving free tutorials on your time people shouldn’t comment or complain how you speak. Very rude. Thanks for sharing your videos with me. I have made one and was quite impressed with it. You give great detailed instructions which makes it easy for beginners like myself. ❤

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

Thanks for watching!!

[@chrissyluna8183]

100% agree with your comment. I was thinking the same thing. I truly enjoyed the video and appreciate the time she took to make the video and not having to buy expensive templates to do this hot pad.

[@annaschuurmans9088]

Never ever apologize for being you. Remember that there are trolls that just go to videos just to cause drama either with you or with other people defending you. NEVER ENGAGE or feel you need to justify yourself. You are giving them exactly what they set out to do. Im Canadian and I say “eh” all the time and i dont care. I love your videos and they are FREE to watch so you say whatever you want to say.. love how you explain in detail for the beginner like me. Keep doing what you’re doing 💗

[@Novascotia101]

I’m also Canadian and darn proud of it. Eh! I just came across this tutorial and I loved it. I never noticed that you repeated “k”. Who cares? Keep doing what you’re doing, I thoroughly enjoyed your teaching. Enjoy your new home.

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

These are beautiful! I was accepted to be a trainer for my company. All us newbies would be video-ed to identify the "uhm"s and "k"s that we needed to stop. So, I feel you. And I appreciate you!

[@Mickey-jn8hz]

Anyone that is annoyed with you can go elsewhere, I, personally love your directions!

[@CarleneGober]

Love this project. You made it so easy to do. I’ve seen others do this but made it so complicated until I didn’t want to even try it. Thanks for all your tips. ❤❤❤❤

[@beverlystephens6964]

I love the hot pad or as I have always called them a "pot holder"..lol I never noticed you saying k or you guys. So stop complaining folks and enjoy the video. I am definitely going to make some of these hot pads. You gave very clear instructions.

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

Thank you!

[@yolandarivas6511]

Enjoyed this tutorial. Thank you for limiting your "ok's." Going to make these for our craft show. 🤩

[@brendagodbey1643]

Beautiful

[@ncwalker47]

These are so pretty. Now I know how they are made , thanks to you. Very good instructions. Thank you for sharing.

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

You are welcome! I would love to see yours when you make some!

[@triciatuley7423]

Love it, very clear instructions. Thank you. 😘

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

Thank you!

[@ninamolina4584]

Loved it!,,,,

[@sherrelstroot3034]

Excellent video. This video is both entertaining and educational! Thank you for your hard work.

[@JackRidinger]

This is a great tutorial! Very detailed! THANKS!

[@PrincessBoozy]

You are amazing! Thanks for sharing.

[@carolannhentschel6764]

Wonderful hot pad ! So unique. Thank you.

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

You are welcome! Thanks for leaving g a comment.

[@robinmarks5638]

Oh for Pete sakes who cares if you say K allot! Your instructions are free!! My goodness people complain about everything! I so appreciate this free tutorial! Thank you!

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

Thank you!!!

[@marywood8241]

This is so amazing!Can't wait to make this! Thank you for sharing this ❣️ 🥰

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

You are so welcome!

[@mike1968442]

❤️Arizona ! I call it home.

[@babszollak2512]

Thanks for the project. I would likely use muslin for the 10 inch square since you don't see it....I wouldn't want to use good quilting fabric for the base.

[@dianefuchs5533]

Love it!

[@jenihansen7201]

THANK YOU SO MUCH. I REALLY NEEDED TO LEARN THIS. AGAIN, THANK YOU. NEW SUB HERE.

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

You are welcome!!!

[@MaryLWilks]

We all have something that we say , when I finish a project I always say ta da!

[@kimburke3189]

If that is all people have to complain about you are doing OK!

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

Thank you!

[@lorraineschloss9703]

Great video

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

Thank You!

[@elidacanete4301]

👏👏👏

[@susanelliott6445]

I love your instructions. You cover everything so nicely. I like it that you stress pressing your squares. I’ve watched other demonstrations where they never press anything and it really bothers me. Can’t wait to see your other projects. Oh, just one question. Did you cut the binding for this project on the bias or on the straight?

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

I actually cut it on the straight. Thanks so much for the nice comment if you have any ideas for future projects please let me know.

[@barbaradumler6503]

It drives me crazy also when they don't press anything.😂

[@juliazimmerman4407]

Talk as you like!

[@sharonwilson8208]

To make a square potholder, all you need for the corners are the 4 1/2"-5" squares. Instead of folding them into triangles, fold them into a square by taking one corner, bring it up to the opposite corner. This will give you a triangle. Then take the folded edge of the triangle to the middle, matching your raw edges and the fold in the center, do the same with the other tip and then, like magic, you have a square for the corners. If you have drawn your grid correctly, you should have a perfect square potholder.

[@margaretwhitaker4837]

I like it

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

Thanks for watching!!

[@margaretwhitaker4837]

I have made 2 and making a 3rd so thank you very much

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

@@margaretwhitaker4837 you are welcome!

[@AmparoFKeitz]

Thank you for the tutorial .I learned how to make it .wonderful blessings 😊

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

You are welcome!

[@lynnlegault9297]

? QUESTION Is that glue stick a special type, or any type will do ??

[@mariavidal7464]

Hello! Can you write the measurements of the fabric, please, I don' t understand English but I love your work. Regards

[@jaimiemason4933]

It's on her blog post

[@jaimiemason4933]

From inner to outter 4 squares at 3 in 8 squares at 3.5 in 8 squares at 4 in. 8 squares at 4.5 in 4 squares at 5 in 4 squares at 3.5 in Binding 2.5 in x 36 in..

[@tamiroberts9304]

Could you give me the information on the iron you are using. I’d like to find one to purchase. Thank you so very much!,

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

Here is a link the one I use. www.amazon.com/dp/B07B261R8R/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_WX5QENBXY4TMAH57BRA9?linkCode=ml2&tag=funstuffcraft-20 I really like it.

[@Mickey-jn8hz]

Does anyone sew them down row by row?

[@Mickey-jn8hz]

Your top right black one is a tad wonky

[@BakingwithPOTS]

No one has the right to tell you to stop saying anything. You should not apologize or try to change.

[@paulaambriz1041]

I cut binding according to the instructions on your blog 34 x2 and on the video it says 36x 2 1/2 so which is best?

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

Sorry about that and thanks for letting me know there is a difference. Both will work. The 2 1/2 will give you a little wider width in binding and the 36 will just give you a little extra to work with.

[@paulaambriz1041]

Ok Thanks!

[@MsBeachLizard]

And………never place your disappearing ink marked fabric on a hot surface. 😉

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

Thanks for the tip.

[@susieqmcf]

Lol. Never noticed you saying K until you said something. Perhaps people need to get a life. I appreciate your videos❤️

[@RorySpence-w2k]

It’s okay doesn’t bother me at all.

[@annekelly6354]

That does bother me so much , constantly saying guys you guys , hey guys. I have to turn the sound off,, all those sentences or comments work much better without that stupid word otherwise your demos are very good

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

Thanks for the comment. I am working on it.

[@elizabethmurray4821]

Great tutorial and very understandable, thank you.

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

Glad it was helpful!

[@marielsupenia4871]

Thank you for a great and very clear tutorial. I just want to ask if the last corner size should be 3.5", which you note at the beginning or should the corners be cut to 4.5"? I tried the 3.5" and they were very small so I made them 4.5" and it looked closer to what yours did.

[@janjanenglish2791]

Exactly my question

[@terrimoses8845]

Yikes I’m new to quilting and it’s talking a long time to cut pieces. I saw a suggestion to start with a small project. Is this considered a small project?

[@chrissyluna8183]

Yes, this is considered small.

[@patwilkie3398]

what a great video, thank you so much for this tutorial, I will definitely be trying this, I have a lot of left over fabric, from making masks & a great way to use that up.

[@zormier2002]

Very cute!

[@dorothylehman4164]

Say what you want to say if you're showing us how to do a design. Why would it bother somebody? How many people does it bother? If that's what you're used to doing, I would do it. It doesn't bother me. I'm worried about the content of how you do the design

[@Eileen-kr7jg]

Please, do not worry about your speech pattern. There are far worse vocal habits.

[@betteolivieri7644]

Can you make a quilt out of the folded star. I haven't seen one done.

[@maryjanegibson7743]

Rather than having to measure the scrap square for alll the lines, you could fold the fabric along each of the lines and press a crease on each one, then draw along the crease lines with your pen. This saves a lot of measuring and is quicker. Just a suggestion.

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

Great idea!!! Thanks

[@kathysart3]

Don't listen to haters

[@rachelherrington4738]

I have always wanted to do one of these thank you for your tutorial

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

You’re welcome 😊

[@rochellerule8854]

Thank u for ur tutorial on these hot pads they are so very lovely!!

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

You are welcome!

[@dorenenagy564]

Lisa, don't try to change anything about your lesson. I know a lady on another channel who is trying to stop saying "Um", and now she has replaced it with "so".lol. It is very hard to keep your dialog going while you are filming and that is what causes this repetition of a pause word. Very good instruction in this video. 💛👏

[@pamferguson9670]

But that's you. Don't let people put you down I'm sure they do things that bug others too just those are not as impolite. You are fine. Thx. Great video

[@ritaluizabarbosa3588]

Love it, love the way you explain. Thanks for sharing.

[@doloresmitchell5318]

Good demo on the square hot pad! Thank you!

[@janjanenglish2791]

So helpful! Thank you. ❤

[@ernestinehicks2145]

This is awesome!

[@rosebudd1507]

Great demo and instructions. By the way…. saying okay was OKAY with me. Be yourself! ♥️

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

Thank you!!

[@rosebudd1507]

@@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander new subscriber here and plan on watching all your videos. Your a great teacher.

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

@@rosebudd1507 thank you so much and if you have any idea for tutorials please let me know.

[@rosebudd1507]

@@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander can you demo the cross over farm house apron! I’d love to learn to make one.

[@FunstuffcraftsLisaWelander]

@@rosebudd1507 I sure can! I will put it on the to do list for tutorials!

[@susanbanack4855]

Great project. Thanks for showing us and for giving us the measurements we need to accomplish it ourselves!